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Jesus Christ
Central figure of Christianity, his life and teachings are foundational to Christian belief. He is believed to be the son of God and the savior of humanity who was crucified and rose from the dead.
Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama)
Founder of Buddhism, he is recognized for attaining Enlightenment and sharing the principles of the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path to help others achieve Nirvana.
Muhammad
Prophet and founder of Islam, he is considered the last prophet sent by God to mankind. His revelations are recorded in the Quran, which is the holy book of Islam.
Moses
Prophet in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. He received the Ten Commandments from God and led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt.
Abraham
Patriarch of the Abrahamic religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam). He is known for his unwavering faith in God and the covenant God made with him, which promised numerous descendants and land.
Krishna
Major deity in Hinduism, known for his role in the Bhagavad Gita as a charioteer and advisor to Arjuna. He is considered the supreme god in some traditions and is celebrated for his teachings and playfulness.
Guru Nanak
Founder of Sikhism, he preached the equality of all humans and the importance of living an honest life committed to God. His teachings are embodied in the Guru Granth Sahib, Sikhism's holy scripture.
Saint Paul
An apostle who played a crucial role in the spread of Christianity beyond Jewish communities. He authored several books of the New Testament and developed key Christian theology.
Confucius
Chinese philosopher whose teachings emphasize morality, social relationships, and justice. Confucianism, though not strictly a religion, has deeply influenced Chinese culture and ethical systems.
Laozi
Ancient Chinese philosopher traditionally regarded as the founder of Taoism. He is attributed with writing the Dao De Jing, which outlines the philosophical and religious tenets of Taoism.
Dalai Lama (Tenzin Gyatso)
The 14th and current Dalai Lama who is both a spiritual and political leader of Tibet. He promotes the values of compassion, non-violence, and the welfare of the Tibetan people.
Mother Teresa
Catholic nun and missionary who founded the Missionaries of Charity. She is known for her work with the poor and ill and was canonized as a saint for her charitable works and dedication.
Thomas Aquinas
Influential philosopher and theologian in the Catholic Church known for his synthesis of Aristotelian philosophy with Christian theology. His works, including the Summa Theologica, have been central in Christian philosophy.
Martin Luther
German monk and theologian, he is known for initiating the Protestant Reformation with his Ninety-five Theses, which challenged the authority and practices of the Catholic Church.
Zoroaster
Ancient religious leader and the founder of Zoroastrianism, one of the world's oldest continuously practiced religions. He taught the duality of good and evil and the importance of choosing the path of righteousness.
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